Dogs are affectionate and delightful creatures, and they become even more captivating when exposed to music. One pet owner recently made this discovery after playing George Michael's Careless Whisper to her dog for the first time, with his response proving absolutely priceless.

The dog, named Sheldon, heard the track recently and reacted in the most endearing manner imaginable, suggesting he possesses a genuine appreciation for music and potentially George Michael's compositions specifically. Since footage of the moment emerged online, viewers have been left astonished, expressing how it's deepened their affection for animals even further.

This follows previous reports about dogs and their relationship with music. Research has actually indicated they demonstrate a particular preference for reggae.

As the track plays for Sheldon, he's observed gazing and listening intently before leaping onto his owner's lap to move nearer. He approaches right up to her face, prompting her to acknowledge George Michael was a "hit" with her beloved pet.

The footage sparked considerable discussion as viewers simply cannot fathom how charming it is. He evidently cannot get enough.

One person said: "Sheldon said 'I like this, let me hear more'." Another added: "Oh bless. So adorable."

A third replied: "Sheldon gave such a cute reaction. Love the hop up." Meanwhile, a fourth commented: "Such an adorable reaction. Love it."

One more also wrote: "Oh my god. I have to try this." Unsurprisingly, numerous viewers adored it, expressing eagerness to attempt the experiment with their own dogs as well.

What you may not realise is that dogs are widely believed to enjoy music, though they are said to possess particular tastes. They typically prefer calming classical, reggae or soft rock.

Studies indicate music can alleviate stress, ease separation anxiety and promote relaxation, especially in shelters or at the vet. Conversely, heavy metal or intense music may trigger agitation.

Given that Careless Whisper is quite a mellow song, this could explain why Sheldon appears to appreciate it so much. Not to mention, George Michael possessed a remarkably calming voice as well.

It follows a trend that has swept across social media whereby pet owners film videos featuring dogs listening to Careless Whisper by George Michael. There are occasions where it has prompted dramatic, soulful responses from pets, possibly owing to the track's legendary saxophone riff.

Certain TikTok and Instagram trends feature dogs "lip-syncing," donning dramatic costumes or simply appearing contemplative. It has genuinely exploded in recent months.

Sheldon represents just one example amongst numerous dogs who have been filmed. He especially appears to adore the music though.